Transfer of Power: What coaches, players are saying

What Volusia coaches and players think of the School District's transfer policy.

By Brent WoronoffStaff writer

“I have abided by the rules that I have been asked to by my principal and athletic director. Some coaches abide by them. Some coaches bend the rules.” — Ky Cowan, Deltona coach

“When I was growing up, you didn't dare go to another school. You had your school and there were some good rivalries, but now kids move around, and that seems to be the norm.” — Tim Smith, Atlantic coach

“I'm going to make sure I hit every high school, because I don't want to miss out on a diamond in the rough.” — Brian Jenkins, Bethune-Cookman University coach

“My whole family has pretty much gone to Seabreeze, and I've grown up with all of these guys over here. I went to Mainland my first year and really didn't like it at first. I really didn't know anybody, so I came over here.” — Chris Jones, Seabreeze senior zoned for Mainland

“From my perspective, some of the schools have a greater number of academies and what they have creates an imbalance. My feeling is (these academies) were created for athletics. I've heard stories of a kid getting into an academy and going to that academy for that semester, and then never going back but staying at that school for three years.” — Scott Surgener Pine Ridge coach